Vintage E. Otto Schmidt Nürnberg Germany Lebkuchen Tin Box Medieval Scenes 16”

Large vintage E. Otto Schmidt decorative metal tin from Nürnberg (Nuremberg), Germany. Originally produced for the E. Otto Schmidt Lebkuchenfabrik, a German gingerbread manufacturer.  The tin features colorful historic Nürnberg imagery with medieval and Renaissance-style figures, architectural scenes, heraldic shields and ornate gold-tone detailing. The lid illustration is captioned “Nürnberger Trachten im 16. Jahrhundert,” referring to Nuremberg costumes of the 16th century.  Inside the lid is a German-language historical illustration and text along with the E. Otto Schmidt Nürnberg maker information. The interior bottom is embossed “Lebkuchenfabrik E. Otto Schmidt Nürnberg.”  A substantial decorative tin that works well for storage or as a collectible piece of German advertising and Nürnberg memorabilia.  Approximate measurements: 16” wide × 11” deep × 6” high  Condition: Vintage pre-owned condition with age-related surface wear, scratches, scuffs, discoloration/oxidation and finish wear. Several noticeable scratches run across the main illustration on the lid. There is also wear/damage at an interior corner/hinge area as shown. Please review photos carefully for condition and details.